Deceivers (πλανο). Late adjective (Diodorus, Josephus) meaning wandering, roving (1 Timothy 4:1). As a substantive in …

For. oti. This word "for" is not here to be regarded as connected with the previous verse, and as giving a reason why there shoul…

St. John had recently had the opportunity of observing how some of the matron’s children proved their adherence to the truth by their daily conduct…

This verse is reminiscent of 1Jn 2:18, 27; 4:1–3. The “deceivers” (GK 4418) are those who have left the believing community for the world. It is un…

For many deceivers are entered into the world
By whom are meant false teachers, who are described by their quality, …

The deceiver and his deceit are described: he brings some error concerning the person or office of the Lord Jesus. Such a one is a deceiver and an …